With 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎–𝟐𝟔 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤, now is a great time to make sure you’re up to date on Delaware’s child passenger safety requirements.

In June 2024, Delaware updated its child restraint requirements, including the following:

🔹 Children under age 2 AND weighing less than 30 pounds must ride in a rear-facing car seat.

🔹 Children under age 4 AND weighing less than 40 pounds must ride in a harnessed car seat.

🔹 Children using a booster seat must remain in the booster until they reach the height or weight maximum listed by the manufacturer.

Our Community Services Unit and Traffic Services Unit have certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians available to help parents and caregivers make sure their child’s car seat is properly installed, securely fastened, and being used correctly.

And the best part? This service is FREE!

 To schedule a FREE car seat installation or safety inspection, call 302-395-8050 or email carseat@newcastlede.gov.

 Learn more about keeping your little passengers safe:

Click to access CPSBrochure.pdf

With September 20–26 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 Child Passenger Safety Week, it’s the perfect time to take a closer look at your child’s car seat and make sure it’s installed correctly.

Our Community Services Unit and Traffic Services Unit have certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians available to help parents and caregivers make sure their child’s car seat is properly installed, securely fastened, and being used correctly.

And the best part? This service is FREE!

Our certified technicians can help with:

🔹 Proper car seat installation

🔹 Correct harness positioning

🔹 Rear-facing vs. forward-facing guidance

🔹 Car seat safety inspections

🔹 Answering your child passenger safety questions

 To schedule a FREE car seat installation or safety inspection, call 302-395-8050 or email carseat@newcastlede.gov.

 Learn more about keeping your little passengers safe:

Click to access CPSBrochure.pdf

Born on August 21, 2014, in Slovakia, Aiko joined the Division in 2015 and was partnered with Master Corporal Edwin Mousley. Together, they faithfully served the citizens of New Castle County until Aiko retired from full duty in January 2024.

Throughout his career, Aiko, a German Shepherd, was a dual-purpose K9 trained in both patrol and narcotics detection. He assisted officers with numerous apprehensions and narcotics seizures while serving as a valued member of the Division’s K9 Unit and D-Squad.

Following his retirement, Aiko enjoyed life at home with M/Cpl. Mousley and his family, where he quickly became a beloved family companion.

On Tuesday, September 16, 2026, K9 Aiko peacefully passed away, surrounded by his loved ones.

K9 Aiko will be remembered for his loyal service, dedication, and the special bond he shared with his handler. The Division extends its heartfelt condolences to M/Cpl. Mousley and his family during this difficult time.